1997 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 1997 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Morgan 4 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
